Malyn, of Latin origin, means 'king' or 'noble'. It is a unisex given name, but it's more commonly used for females. The name Malyn is derived from the Latin word 'malleus', which translates to 'hammer'. This unique moniker adds an element of strength and power to its bearer.
The name Malyn appears to have had periods of popularity and decline over the years, with significant spikes in births occurring in 1991 (12 births), 2005 (13 births), and 2011 (13 births). However, it seems that since around 2016, the name has seen a notable decrease in popularity, with six or fewer births each year up until the most recent data from 2022. Overall, there have been a total of 169 babies named Malyn between 1964 and 2022.